Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
62.07%
SAT Average
1,137
ACT Range
18-26
American College of the Building Arts Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 62.07%. This means approximately 621 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 140 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
62.07%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $20,572 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $20,572 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $38,984 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $26,389 | State avg: $16,137. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 19.86% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 37.59% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does American College of the Building Arts Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$20,572
Books and supplies
$950
Fees and remainder
$17,462
Sticker price
$38,984
Average net price
$26,389
Average aid coverage
32%
$12,595 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at American College of the Building Arts pays approximately $26,389 per year after grants and aid. This is above the South Carolina average of $16,137 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is American College of the Building Arts?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to South Carolina and national averages.
American College of the Building Arts net price
$26,389
South Carolina average
$16,137
National average
$17,506
American College of the Building Arts Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $20,572 and average net price at $26,389. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$20,572
Current net price
$26,389
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
64.00%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
Not available
10-year earnings are not reported for this school in the federal dataset.
Undergraduates
140
10-Year Median Earnings - American College of the Building Arts vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Who Attends American College of the Building Arts?
Undergraduates
140
Completion rate
64.00%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
19.86%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
37.59%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 19.86% of American College of the Building Arts students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 37.59% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at American College of the Building Arts
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use American College of the Building Arts's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
American College of the Building Arts lists Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
American College of the Building Arts is listed at 649 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403-4223. Accreditor: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare American College of the Building Arts with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American College of the Building Arts | 62.07% | $20,572 | $26,389 | Not available |
| Medical University of South Carolina | Not available | Not available | Not available | $88,420 |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | 98.09% | $37,370 | $21,002 | $72,085 |
| Clemson University | 38.05% | $39,498 | $22,112 | $71,513 |
| Wofford College | 58.59% | $54,100 | $28,984 | $68,964 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is American College of the Building Arts's acceptance rate?
American College of the Building Arts's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 62.07%.
How much is American College of the Building Arts tuition?
American College of the Building Arts's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $20,572.
What is American College of the Building Arts's average net price?
American College of the Building Arts's average net price in the local dataset is $26,389.
What does American College of the Building Arts cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $26,389 for American College of the Building Arts students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is American College of the Building Arts accredited?
American College of the Building Arts's accreditor in the local dataset is Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
How many students attend American College of the Building Arts?
The local dataset lists 140 undergraduate students at American College of the Building Arts.
What percentage of American College of the Building Arts students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for American College of the Building Arts in the local dataset is 19.86%.
What is the federal loan rate at American College of the Building Arts?
The federal loan rate for American College of the Building Arts in the local dataset is 37.59%.
Where should I verify American College of the Building Arts data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with American College of the Building Arts or the latest official federal education data.